Overview
Located along Sri Lanka’s southeastern coast, about 245 km from Colombo, Bundala National Park is a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve and Ramsar Wetland of International Importance. A captivating mosaic of lagoons, marshes, dunes, scrub, and beaches, it’s a haven for wildlife — from flamboyant flamingos and gentle elephants to nesting turtles and crocodile-lined waters.
Highlights
- Birdwatcher’s Dream: Home to 197 species — including the flocks of flamingos and rare storks.
- Migratory Marvel: Winter sanctuary for birds journeying from Siberia and the Rann of Kutch.
- Eco-Diversity: Brackish lagoons, beaches, dunes, scrubland, all supporting rich fauna and flora .
- Wildlife Variety: Spot elephants, crocodiles, turtles, deer, mongooses, and rare reptiles .
- Conservation Legacy: Sri Lanka’s first Ramsar site (1991), Biosphere Reserve (2005).
